Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): what you need to know
Atlanta's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Atlanta four hours behind London.
Give yourself enough time to make your LGW to ATL flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between LGW and ATL include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Tampa International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight is $410. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $713. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from LGW to ATL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from LGW to ATL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, data shows 69.26% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGW:
Arriving at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Book a hotel close to ATL if you're catching a late London Gatwick Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and explore Atlanta and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
The address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
From Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Atlanta is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
July is the most popular month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Atlanta in February.
When reserving your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGW to ATL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Atlanta. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider Charlotte, roughly 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum are among the biggest draws.